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Compare train and coach for Manchester to Altrincham
The cheapest option from Manchester to Altrincham is coach, with an average price of £3. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Altrincham among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 13 km
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Manchester to Altrincham train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Altrincham trains for today, Friday 3 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 12:10 Manchester | 0h26 | 12:36 Altrincham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:10 Manchester | 0h26 | 13:36 Altrincham | 0 changesdirect | |
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| 5:06 Manchester | 0h26 | 5:32 Altrincham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:09 Manchester | 0h26 | 7:35 Altrincham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Altrincham
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Typically, there are 6 trains per day from Manchester to Altrincham, including 5 direct trains, taking around 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 but you can travel from only £2 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:24, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 13 km distance in 26m.
Distance 13 km |
Average train duration 26m |
Lowest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 26m |
First train 0:24 |
Last train 23:57 |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester to Altrincham trainsNorthern Rail, Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester and Altrincham from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Manchester to Altrincham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Altrincham by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Altrincham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Altrincham
Most Manchester to Altrincham trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Altrincham station pair, with some services arriving at Navigation Road. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Altrincham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Altrincham leave from?
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Deansgate from Manchester city centre
Deansgate is 1 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Deansgate train station facilities and services
Deansgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Deansgate.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Deansgate.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Deansgate: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Deansgate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Deansgate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station From Whitworth Street, up a ramp (43 paces, 1:25 slope) and level access through the entrance into the foyer. Or from the junction of Chester Road, Whitworth Street and Deansgate, level access through the entrance, along the corridor and up 21 steps into the foyer. Then, to Manchester: Past the ticket office, via the lift in the foyer. Or up a ramp (34 paces), up 17 steps onto the platform. To Bolton, Warrington and Wigan : Via the lift in the foyer or along the subway (26 paces), up a ramp (32 paces) and up 18 steps onto the platform. Level access to Manchester platform also via overbridge from Metrolink G-Mex Metrolink stop. Lift available first to last train, currently 06:20 - 23:40 Monday to Saturday. 08:10 - 23:30 Sunday, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Altrincham station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Getting to Altrincham from Altrincham city centre
Altrincham train station facilities and services
Altrincham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Altrincham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Altrincham.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Altrincham: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Altrincham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Altrincham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, Separate level access from bus station to Platform 1(Metrolink trams) and from Oakfield Road car park entrance to Platform 4 (to Chester). To Platform 2 (Metrolink trams) and 3 (to Manchester) via Lifts which are available from first to last train, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: contact Customer Relations, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Navigation Road from Altrincham city centre
Navigation Road train station facilities and services
Navigation Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Navigation Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Navigation Road: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Navigation Road: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Navigation Road: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - Services towards Manchester and Chester : From the level crossing (at the junction of Navigation Road and Wellington Road) through a narrow gap, up a ramp (16 paces, 1:17 slope) onto the platform (situated on the Wellington Road side), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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